1990 Opel Omega vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Omega | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
