2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Vauxhall Omega | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Omega | Victor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |