1986 Opel Omega vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 240 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 16 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Volvo 240. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
