2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1998 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Colt | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |