1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 6 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 285 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | Diplomat | Dart |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |