2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 16 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
