1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 420 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
