1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
