1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Dart | 45 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
