1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 16 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 475 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Ascona |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |