1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 333 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 1990 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-01 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
