1986 Opel Omega vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 15 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Omega | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |