1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | 3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |