1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 610 kg more than 1988 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 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Omega |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2740 mm |
