1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
