1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 225 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | SVX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
