1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 205 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
