1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 260 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
