1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 767 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dart | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
