1994 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Omega | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
