1999 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 404 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Omega |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2740 mm |