1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 339 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
