1986 Opel Omega vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 360 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Omega | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |