2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 890 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Caterham | Opel |
Model | 7 | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |