1990 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 19 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 170 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Omega | BLS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
