1992 Nissan Laurel vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Laurel | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Laurel | Omega |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |