1987 Opel Omega vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1985 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 1985 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Omega | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Omega | Skyline |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |