1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Prizm | Dart |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |