1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1975 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 55 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |