1990 Opel Omega vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Nova 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 544 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Opel Omega (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Nova |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
