1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 155 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fairlane | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |