1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 961 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |