1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 27 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 36 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Dart | Bora |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |