1999 Opel Omega vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omega | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
