1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 646 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | Super 7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
