1999 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Omega | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2635 mm |
