1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 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 151 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Rekord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1115 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 |