1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 915 kg more than 1989 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Omega |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
