1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 428 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 1998 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1998 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 818 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
