1994 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 16 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, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Because 1994 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Opel | Brilliance |
| Model | Omega | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
