1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Scorpio would be higher. Both 1990 Ford Scorpio and 1999 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Scorpio | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |