1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 36 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 25 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
