1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 40 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Combo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
