1977 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 213 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Omega |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |