2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1999 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Astra | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Omega |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
