1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 558 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | V6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
