2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 161 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
