1999 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. 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 (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 504 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |