1990 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 621 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 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Omega | Safari |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
