1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 384 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
