1981 Kia Brisa vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1981 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 Kia Brisa. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Kia Brisa | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Brisa | Omega |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |