1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,615 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 313 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Lotus Omega | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
