2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 1996 Opel Omega | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |