2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 32 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 343 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Venture | Dart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
