1976 Holden Torana vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1996 Opel Omega | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Torana | Omega |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |