1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2005 Eagle Talon 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Eagle Talon. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon. 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Dart | Talon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
