1952 Allard Safari vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 187 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | Safari | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
