1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maxi | Omega |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
