1999 Opel Omega vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
