1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Opel Rekord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Opel Rekord. 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
