1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 110 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Dart | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1685 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
