1989 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 13 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 468 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 75 L |
