1981 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Avanti | Omega |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |