1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 76 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
