1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 171 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |