1989 Maserati 420 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Maserati 420 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 420 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
