1990 Opel Omega vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 949 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Opel Omega 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Opel Rolls-Royce
Model Omega Silver Spirit
Year Released 1990 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1433 kg 2382 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3070 mm


 

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