2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |