1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
