1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 300 | Omega |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |