1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Omega weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | V6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
