1990 Opel Omega vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 296 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1990 Opel Omega (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Omega | VX4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1003 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |