1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 1985 Ford Capri is newer by 13 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 78 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 325 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1985 Ford Capri | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Capri |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |