1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Aspen | Omega |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |