1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 21 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2362 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, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Dart | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |