1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon 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) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
