2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (377 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper.
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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
