1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 11 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
