1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
