1990 Chrysler ES vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1990 Chrysler ES 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler ES | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | ES | Dart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
