2000 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Magnum would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 607 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Omega | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
