1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 524 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1994 Opel Omega (170 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Thunderbird | Omega |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 75 L |
