1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
