2000 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Omega | 1972 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 404 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
