1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2169 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
