1975 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 116 kg more than 2001 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Cordoba | Omega |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |
