1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
