1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
