1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Swift 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 188 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 685 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dart | Swift |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
