1999 Lancia Dialogos vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, both 1999 Lancia Dialogos and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 394 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dialogos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (280 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dialogos.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lancia Dialogos 1999 Opel Omega
Make Lancia Opel
Model Dialogos Omega
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1924 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 89 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 280 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1764 kg


 

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