2005 Citroen C8 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
