1986 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 340 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Opel | Panoz |
Model | Omega | Esperante |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |