2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 635 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lotec | Opel |
| Model | C 1000 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
