1986 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 16 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
