1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 681 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Territory |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
