1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 17 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 169 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 24 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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Lotus Omega | 407 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
