1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 98 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Dart | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |