2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 19 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 177 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Patriot (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
