1968 Ford 17 vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 17 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
