1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DeVille | Omega |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
