1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 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 102 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |