1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1991 Opel Omega

To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 23 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 80 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Opel Omega. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Dart 1991 Opel Omega
Make Dodge Opel
Model Dart Omega
Year Released 1968 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4492 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.2 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 69.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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