1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |