1999 Opel Omega vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
