1990 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 127 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega.
Because 1990 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Omega | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
