1993 Opel Omega vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 6 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 504 kg more than 1993 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Omega. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Omega | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Omega | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
