1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 264 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1972 Ford Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Custom |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
