1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Olympia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 359 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |