1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1977 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1977 Ford Taunus is newer by 5 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) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1977 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
