1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |
