1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 221 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dart | V70 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |