1990 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 430 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
