1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |