1987 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 460 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Omega | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Omega | Gol |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |