1988 Opel Omega vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. 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, 1988 Opel Omega (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Omega | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Omega | T600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
