1998 Opel Omega vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 286 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Omega | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
