1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
