2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 28 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 90 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 264 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Neon | Dart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
