1990 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LFA weights approximately 274 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Omega | LFA |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2606 mm |
