1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Opel Tigra. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
