1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 108 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jeep | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
