1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Senator |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
