2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 241 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 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
