1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD 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 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 Scion xD.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Dart | xD |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2461 mm |
