1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 43 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
Because 1990 Opel Lotus 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 Lotus Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lotus Omega | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 313 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
