1999 Opel Omega vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 881 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. 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 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Omega | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1766 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
