1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 662 kg more than 1991 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Opel Omega | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Omega |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1992 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |