1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 215 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
