1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 149 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dart | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |
