1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dart | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |