1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 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 13 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Valiant | Dart |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
