1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 16 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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 (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 98 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 | 1654 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |