2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 502 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C8 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
