1956 Opel Kapitan vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 448 kg more than 1956 Opel Kapitan. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Opel Kapitan | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Kapitan | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
