1980 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 213 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
