1980 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 8 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 117 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Dart |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
