2003 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 13 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 197 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
