1988 Opel Omega vs. 1979 Volvo 164
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega.
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, 1979 Volvo 164 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Omega | 1979 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 164 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3350 mm |
