1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 32 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dart | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
