1978 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 598 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Capri | Omega |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |