1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Longchamp | Omega |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
