1982 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 505 kg more than 1982 Holden Commodore. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Commodore | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
