1979 Holden GTS vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | GTS | Omega |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |