1994 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 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, 1994 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 1994 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GS | Omega |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1630 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 |
