2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 (401 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Aveo | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
