1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 23 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 139 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 279 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dart | 414i |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
