2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 297 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Dart |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
