1968 NSU 1000 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 NSU 1000 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | NSU | Opel |
Model | 1000 | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |