1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 32 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, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Signum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
