1966 Checker Town vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,766 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Checker | Vauxhall |
| Model | Town | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2740 mm |
