1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | Mark IV | Omega |
Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2740 mm |