1990 Opel Omega vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 18 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 1 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Omega | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
