1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
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 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
