1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 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) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |