1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 735 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 2105 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
