1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 26 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | A |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |