1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 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 98 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
