2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
