1986 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 548 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
