1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Delta 88 | Omega |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |