1987 Opel Omega vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 435 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Record |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
