2002 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 635 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Omega | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
