1994 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Opel Commodore. 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Commodore |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |