2004 GMC Safari vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 333 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Safari | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
