1986 Opel Omega vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1986 Opel Omega and 1986 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Omega | 9000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |