1994 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Ford F-150

To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Opel Omega. (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1994 Opel Omega. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Opel Omega 2013 Ford F-150
Make Opel Ford
Model Omega F-150
Year Released 1994 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 207 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 2345 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5888 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2464 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3683 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 98 L


 

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