1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Dart | Octavia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |