1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 323 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (230 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aerostar | Omega |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
