1993 Lexus GS vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 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, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GS | Omega |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
