1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lotus Esprit (160 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Esprit | Omega |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
