1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 23 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (301 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 72 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Lotus Omega | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
