1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 696 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
