1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser 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 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 22 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Laser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
