1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Dart | Equator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
