1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 1989 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Meteor | Omega |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |