1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | RZ | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
