1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 11 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Ranger |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |