2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2000 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 617 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ginetta | Opel |
| Model | G34 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
