1992 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.

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 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Porsche 911 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model 911 Omega
Year Released 1992 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3594 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1650 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2740 mm


 

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