1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 219 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | MPV |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |