1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 39 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 58 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
