1990 Opel Omega vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 15 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 36 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 719 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
