1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | C70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
