1993 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 445 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Austin Montego | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Montego | Omega |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
