1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 124 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 1991 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Omega |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |