1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 289 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
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 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
