1990 Opel Omega vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 684 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.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Musso |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
