1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | 6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |