1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | Virage | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |