1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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, 1991 Opel Omega (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1991 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |