1994 Opel Omega vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 307 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.
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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Omega | Sky |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |