1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 395 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
