1982 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
