1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | Focus |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |