1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 411 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dart | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |