1999 Opel Omega vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (131 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 780 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
