1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 24 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 45 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | Nova |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
