1999 Opel Omega vs. 1978 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1978 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Omega | Cervo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2040 mm |