1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 968 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 968 | Omega |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |