1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 179 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zodiac | Omega |
Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |