1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture 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 Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 350 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 Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Venture | Dart |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |