1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 2 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 935 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
