1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 375 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 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Dart | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
