1976 Ford Capri vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Capri | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Capri | Omega |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |