1974 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 56 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Valiant | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
