2009 Audi R8 vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 19 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (377 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 83 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
