1976 Volvo 343 vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 743 kg more than 1976 Volvo 343. 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volvo 343 | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | 343 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
