2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
