1981 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Omega |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |