1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 181 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman.
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 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Statesman | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
