1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Ford Mustang. (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 663 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
