1986 Opel Omega vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 190 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Omega | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
