1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | W 110 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
