1990 Opel Omega vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 567 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 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
