1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |