1968 Morgan 4 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morgan 4 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | 4 | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |