1998 Opel Omega vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 1998 Opel Omega and 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Omega | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |