1999 Opel Omega vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Opel | Panoz |
Model | Omega | AIV |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |