1987 Opel Omega vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 13 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Omega | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
