1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
