1990 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 133 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.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Omega | Sportage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |