1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 106 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |