1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1992 Ford Probe
To start off, 1992 Ford Probe is newer by 20 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 42 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Ford Probe. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1992 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Probe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
