1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 584 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |