1986 Opel Omega vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 504 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
