1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 916 kg more than 1986 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Lagonda | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
