1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 29 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Dart | Sonata |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2795 mm |