1998 Opel Omega vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 505. 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, 1998 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 505 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |