1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 32 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 445 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
