1986 Opel Omega vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
