1988 Opel Omega vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Omega | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
