1994 Opel Omega vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
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, 1986 Porsche 944 (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 944 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
