1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 225 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Dart | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
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 | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |