1991 Ginetta G vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 835 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ginetta | Opel |
| Model | G | Omega |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
