1999 Opel Omega vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Volvo V90.
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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Omega | V90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
