2003 Opel Omega vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 328 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Omega | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Omega | Voyager |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |