1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1257 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |
