1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
