1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1384 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Dart | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
