2000 Opel Omega vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 598 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Omega | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
