1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Astro 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 471 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Dart |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
