1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Lagonda | Omega |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
