2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 588 kg more than 1988 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1988 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |