2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Viano | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
