2003 Lexus IS vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 9 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 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, 1994 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | IS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
