1990 Cadillac Allante vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1990 Cadillac Allante and 1990 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Allante (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 384 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Allante, 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. 1990 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Allante | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Allante | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
