1998 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 532 kg more than 1998 Opel Omega. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Opel | Lancia |
Model | Omega | Thema |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |