2002 Lexus IS vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | IS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
