1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 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, both vehicles can yield 109 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 480 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
