1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 36 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |