1999 Opel Omega vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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, 1994 Rover 200, 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Omega | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
