1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (199 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Dart | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |