2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Neon is newer by 11 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Neon | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
