1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dart | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
