1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
