1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 250 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
