1990 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Omega | Cooper |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |