2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 12 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
