1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 9 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Dart | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
