2000 Audi S3 vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1995 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
