1981 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lotus Esprit | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Esprit | Omega |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |