1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1025 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 Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
