1999 Opel Omega vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 523 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
