1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1979 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
