1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
