1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 29 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 142 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
