1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1988 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 400 | Omega |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |