1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1866 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 Excursion (576 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
