1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 236 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 929 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
