2001 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Omega | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 164 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3350 mm |
