1990 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 37 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Omega | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |