1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 34 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dart | Durango |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |