1997 Opel Omega vs. 1989 Porsche 911

To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.

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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Opel Omega 1989 Porsche 911
Make Opel Porsche
Model Omega 911
Year Released 1997 1989
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1998 cc 3163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 114 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1260 mm


 

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