2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR2 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
