1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Dart | ION |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
