1978 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 851 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina. 2003 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Marina | Omega |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |