1990 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 253 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Omega | Caddy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |