1998 Opel Omega vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Omega | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Opel | Wartburg |
| Model | Omega | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
