1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 156 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
