1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 251 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |