1995 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 415 kg more than 1995 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Omega | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omega | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2874 mm |
