1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 8 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zodiac | Omega |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |