1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 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 83 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | 2 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |