2005 Opel Omega vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 348 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
