1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Sierra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |