1975 Ford Torino vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 83 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Torino | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |