2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 14 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 768 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 851 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotec | Opel |
Model | C 1000 | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |