2003 Acura CL vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 31 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, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 245 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | CL | Dart |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |