1986 Opel Omega vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 404 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 914 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |