1981 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
