1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Vanette | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2740 mm |
