1997 Opel Omega vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 164 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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, 1997 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Omega | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 140 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
