1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1297 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dart | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
