1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 665 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
