2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 33 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1253 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1425 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 |
