2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 57 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Sebring | Dart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
