2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |