1989 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Granada | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Omega |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 75 L |