2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 2 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
