1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
