1995 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Omega | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Omega | 993 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |