1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1988 Dodge 600 and 1988 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Dodge 600.
Because 1988 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 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600, 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, 1988 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge 600 | 1988 Opel Omega | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | 600 | Omega |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |