1990 Opel Omega vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 282 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
