1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
