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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 2006 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2967 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
