2001 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (377 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Lotus Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
