1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 22 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 398 kg more than 1994 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1994 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Gran Torino | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |