1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Escape |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |