1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
