1999 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 633 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 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 (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Omega | Accent |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
