1987 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 261 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
