1989 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 265 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 929 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
