1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
