1990 Opel Omega vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 99 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1972 Reliant Scimitar (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Omega | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
