1999 Opel Omega vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Omega | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |