1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 30 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 96 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (144 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
