1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 31 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 16 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
