1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dart | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |