2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 1990 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
