1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Dart | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |