1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 515 kg more than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Esprit. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Esprit | Omega |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
