1974 Lotus Elite vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite.
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, 1974 Lotus Elite (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Elite | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elite | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
