1992 Morgan 4 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 868 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Morgan 4 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
