1977 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 23 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 316 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
