1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 185 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
