1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 208 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
