1999 Opel Omega vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 780 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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, 1999 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
