1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 30 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |