1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. Both 1981 Lotus Esprit and 2001 Opel Omega are equipped with a 2,172 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1981 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Omega |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |