1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Omega weights approximately 204 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1977 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Centura | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
