1990 Opel Omega vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 437 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
