1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zephyr | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
