1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS 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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dart | SS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
