1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 648 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 160 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
