1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fairlane | Omega |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
