1972 NSU 1000 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1972 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 NSU 1000 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
