1990 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
