1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MPV | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
