1987 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1987 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 F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Omega | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Omega | F-150 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3670 mm |