1999 Opel Omega vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 265 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Omega | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
