1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 108 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Jetfire | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
