1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 806 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hummer |
| Model | Dart | H3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
