1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
