2005 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 248 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Omega | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | 164 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
