1989 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Morgan Plus 4 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | Plus 4 | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |