1984 Ferrari 208 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 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 448 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
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 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 208 | Omega |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |