1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 205 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
