1990 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 791 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Omega | Touareg |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2594 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2893 mm |