1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dart | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
