1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Scorpio | Omega |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
