1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. 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 (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Belmont | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |