2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 615 kg more than 1987 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 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
