2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1972 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |