1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 118 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Omega |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |