2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Omega. (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
