1986 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1352 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Omega | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Omega | Expedition |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3023 mm |