1998 Opel Speedster vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. Both 1998 Opel Speedster and 2004 Opel Omega are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Speedster | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Speedster | Omega |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |