2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Omega weights approximately 750 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1996 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MCC ForTwo | 1996 Opel Omega | |
Make | MCC | Opel |
Model | ForTwo | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2740 mm |