1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 614 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Centura | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
