1999 Opel Omega vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 383 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260. 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 (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 260 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
