1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 40 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Challenger | Antara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
