1998 Opel Omega vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1998 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 505 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |