1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (154 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |