1971 Oldsmobile 442 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | 442 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
