1994 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 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 (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 Zastava 132. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Omega | 132 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
