1982 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 663 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1982 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
Model | Esprit | Omega |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |