2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (377 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Lotus Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3615 cc |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |