1984 Ford Tempo vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Because 1987 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 1987 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo, 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Tempo | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Tempo | Omega |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |