2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Sirion | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
