1979 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Partner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | Partner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
