1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Monaco | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
