2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 544 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Exige | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |