1986 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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 (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
