1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor 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 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 27 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
