1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Dart |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
