1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 22 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, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | Nova |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
