1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 356 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Dart | Nitro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 280 mm |