1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 20 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |