1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Dart | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |