1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 165 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 960 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
