2000 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2740 mm |
