1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 9 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 (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fairlane | Omega |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1665 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 |