2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1343 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Dart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
