1976 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
