1974 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 153 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (236 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
