1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 154 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dart | Sportage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |