1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 30 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, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Omega |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |