1999 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 670 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 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 Skoda Felicia, 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Omega | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
