2005 Opel Omega vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore.
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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Omega | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Omega | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
