1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
