2002 Opel Omega vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Omega | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 930 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |