1999 Opel Omega vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 273 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Omega | 760 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |