2002 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 177 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
