1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | RZ | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
