2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 17 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 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | B | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
