1994 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 57 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 2007 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Omega | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
