1984 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 928 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
