1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Focus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
