1990 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 17 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
