2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Golf | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
