1999 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 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 (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Omega | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
