1999 Opel Omega vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Volvo 240. 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 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
