1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 34 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 320 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Escape |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |