1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 1 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 55 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 300 ZX | Omega |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
