1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 186 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Liberty. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Lotus Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Lotus Omega | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
