2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
