1990 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 Volvo S40 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Volvo S40. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
