1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 14 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 20 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 381 kg more than 1986 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
