1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 517 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Centura | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
