1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 283 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Ascona |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |