1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 775 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
