1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 2004 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 944 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
