1986 Opel Omega vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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 (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
