1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
