1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 33 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 33 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
