1979 Ford LTD vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 21 kg more than 2002 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | LTD | Omega |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |