1999 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 364 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 92 L |
