1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 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 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Brougham 1999 Opel Omega
Make Cadillac Opel
Model Brougham Omega
Year Released 1992 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2740 mm


 

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