1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 202 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | Element |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
