1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 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 35 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
