1987 Opel Omega vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 965 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
