1999 Opel Omega vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 805 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Omega | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |