1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 92 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
