1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
