1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |