2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 1 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1224 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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 (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 21 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
