1998 Nissan Silvia vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Silvia | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Silvia | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
