1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fairlane | Omega |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |