1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 21 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Lotus Omega | S5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
