1986 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 19 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 244 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Omega |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |