1999 Opel Omega vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 688 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
