1999 Opel Omega vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 775 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Omega | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
