1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 29 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Optima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2797 mm |
