1990 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 134 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Omega | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
