1986 Opel Omega vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 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 15 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 553 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 2010 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Omega | Rodius |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |