1994 Opel Omega vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 42 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 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
