1972 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 404 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 2004 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
