1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
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, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SL | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
