2002 Lexus SC vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (207 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
