1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 39 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 716 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dart | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
