2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander 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 Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
