1990 Opel Omega vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 125 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 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
