1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
