1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 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 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 130 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
