1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 403 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Escape |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |