1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 35 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 290 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dart | Azera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
