1990 Opel Omega vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 324 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
