1999 Opel Omega vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 81 kg more than 1999 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Omega | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 97 L |