1999 Opel Omega vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 343 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Omega | Monaro |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |