1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Thunderbird | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |