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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). 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 105 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 (401 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). 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 | 5562 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
