1994 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 18 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 430 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omega | CLS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
