2002 Opel Omega vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 880 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Omega | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | Herald |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
