1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dart | 25 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
