1994 Opel Omega vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 688 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Omega | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1820 mm |