1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 15 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 56 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 305 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Telstar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |