1986 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 220 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 996 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |