1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Graduate | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
