1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 787 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 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Navara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
