1994 Opel Omega vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. 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 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 924 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |