2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
