1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 121 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |