1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1986 Opel Omega (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
