1986 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 25 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 960 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 1986 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 2011 Lancia Voyager 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. 2011 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Omega | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3078 mm |
