1993 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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, 1993 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Omega | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 240 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2590 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
