1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 465 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |
