1999 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Lotus Elise

To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 784 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.

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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Opel Omega 2011 Lotus Elise
Make Opel Lotus
Model Omega Elise
Year Released 1999 2011
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2498 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 227 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 926 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3785 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1118 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2299 mm


 

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