1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Gran Torino | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
