1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
