1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Dart | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
