1999 Opel Omega vs. 1992 Porsche 928

To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.

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, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Opel Omega 1992 Porsche 928
Make Opel Porsche
Model Omega 928
Year Released 1999 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2510 mm


 

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