1987 Opel Omega vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1348 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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Omega | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Omega | Savana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
