1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 9 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 69 kg more than 1981 Mercury Cougar. 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dart | Cougar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |