1995 Opel Omega vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, both 1995 Opel Omega and 1995 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Because 1995 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 1995 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200, 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Omega | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Omega | 200 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |