1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
