1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Dart | SL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
