1998 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Opel Omega.
Because 1998 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 1998 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Omega | Premacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |