1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 38 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 292 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
