1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Esprit | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Esprit | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
