1986 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2918 mm |
