1997 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Omega | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Opel | Panoz |
| Model | Omega | AIV |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
