1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Dart |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
