2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 469 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Guara | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |