1993 Opel Omega vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 1993 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Omega | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Omega | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2590 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
