1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 195 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dart |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
