1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 775 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
