1994 Opel Omega vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (170 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Omega | P4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
