1991 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Omega | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Omega | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
