1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 28 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 91 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dart | Neon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
