1999 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. 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 Suzuki Esteem, 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 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Omega | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
