1968 Opel GT vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 735 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | GT | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
