1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 618 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2868 mm |
