2006 MG ZT-T vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT-T | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | ZT-T | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
