2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Opel Omega.
Because 1995 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Premacy | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Premacy | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |