1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 111 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dart | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2737 mm |
