1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 275 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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Dart | Solara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |