2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 18 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 170 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DTS | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
