1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
