1986 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 23 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Omega | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
