1999 Opel Omega vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Triumph TR5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph TR5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5. 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 (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1967 Triumph TR5 has manual transmission. 1967 Triumph TR5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | TR5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
