2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 14 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 546 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Monterey | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
