2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 15 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 36 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
