2008 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 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 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 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, 2008 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
