1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
