1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
