1999 Opel Omega vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
