1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
