1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Intrigue | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
