1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Kingswood | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
