1990 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 23 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 95 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omega | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2738 mm |
