1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 628 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dart | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2888 mm |