1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 40 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 514 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2695 mm |
